Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

The easiest way to waterproof a basement is from the inside. These homeowners has just bought the home and noticed in the spring when it rains they get a wet basement. The water was coming in through the walls which were poured concrete, a very porous material. We knew the best solution to this wet basement was our WaterGuard system.

Over the years contractors have been installing systems similair to WaterGuard but they just don't work as well. We have designed our system to sit above the footing rather than alongside it so mud, dirt and other debris can't get in and clog it. It also is built with a 3/8 inch gap between the floor and the wall to drain any water that comes in through the walls. The drain outlet to the sump is also large to allow all of the water to properly drain and exit your basement. 

Water had been entering this historic Grand Rapids, MI home through the crawl space for years. This older crawl space was covered in field stones that no doubt allowed moisture to seep in causing mold, rot and robbed the home of any heat insulation. The constant moisture also contributed to severe structural issues in this home. We installed our CleanSpace crawl space liner which is a tough 20 mil, seven-ply barrier designed to permanently keep away any moisture and cold air. It is placed over the walls and floor and creates a constant blockage to anything outside of it. We also installed a TripleSafe sump pump to keep the crawl space dry in the future. 

Louann's basement in Fulton, MI, faced constant water issues, with pooling at the floor-wall joint causing mold and drywall damage. After installing a CleanSpace® vapor barrier, WaterGuard® French drain, and TripleSafe™ sump pump, her basement is now dry, secure, and mold-free. Louann can now enjoy peace of mind knowing her home is safe from water damage and healthier for her family.

This GR homeowner has noticed water in the corner of the basement. The water seems to be coming in where the floor and walls meet so we installed the WaterGuard French Drain System. The system is installed under the floor but above the foundation to keep it out of the "mud zone" where the drain could clog. The drain system collects the water that seeps into the basement and sends it to the sump pump to be discharged out of the home. The system installs quickly and has a clean finished appearance, meaning you don't have to worry about having an unsightly drain around the basement.

Ben was concerned with the water leaking into his basement after storms and wasn't sure how to fix it. Towels and shovels weren't cutting it, so he researched his options and called Ayers for help. We sent our specialists to his home, and they recommended installing the TripleSafe sump pump. TripleSafe aims to eliminate sump pump failure by providing two backup pumps, one of which is battery-powered in case of outages. Ben feels much more prepared for the next storm!